"Captain Ben," Maya said. She bowed down. "I want to help and do my best for everyone. Thank you for this devil fruit but can I also request the sword?" Maya asked.
"Which one?" Ben asked.
"I know you don't want to waste these gifts on….," Maya was about to say when Ben walked up to her and pulled her into a hug. They both looked at each other.
"Nothing is a waste for you, for anyone of you," Ben stated. "I always said you can take anything you want. I like to spoil my girls," he added.
"My love does love to spoil," Alvida added.
"Pervert," Kaya.
"Which one do you want?" Ben asked.
"The backsword, Eros Edge," Maya replied. "I have been taking sword class when I was younger but stopped, I still remember the basics," Maya added.
(Sweetie Redeem Backsword: Eros Edge)
Ben took a step back. He held his hand out.
[Redeeming Backsword: Eros Edge.]
A bright light appeared. The shape of a sword appeared. Maya looked again and saw a sword. Eros Edge was a backsword. The blade was forged from dark steel. The fuller runs the length of the blade.The guard had a vine design. The grip was wrapped in smooth, black leather.
"Here you go," Ben said, handing Maya the weapon with a warm smile.
Maya accepted it, her eyes gleamed. "I won't let you down, Captain," she vowed, gripping the weapon firmly.
"I'm glad you're happy with it," Ben replied, watching her enthusiasm. "I still have two more swords," he added, glancing around. "Does anyone else want one?" he asked.
Mikita spoke up, "The people we're up against are no joke. It might be safer to stick with what we know, rather than trying something completely new."
"But new might give us an edge," Raki countered.t.
"It is risky," Zala acknowledged, "but Mikita has a point. Sometimes it's better to rely on tried-and-true methods," she added.
"The important thing is to be comfortable with your choice," Alvida chimed in. "You should only wield what feels right to you," she added.
"Exactly," Ben agreed. "I don't want any of you to push yourselves into something where your heart isn't fully committed. Power for the sake of power can lead to ruin. I love you all just the way you are," stated.
The sincerity in his voice made their hearts swell. "But we still want to grow stronger," Nojiko said.
"Yes, for the sake of all our sisters," Saphir added with a firm nod.
Ben looked at them with pride.
"You mentioned something about having two Devil Fruits," Zala said.
All eyes turned to Ben. (Sweetie redeem the Devil Fruit Mixer.)
[Redeeming Devil Mixer.]
Ben held his hand out. There was another bright light. The girl looked away. As the light faded away, they saw a tube shaped device. Its base was made of a smooth, matte-black material. There was a holographic display which had one red button. The blending jar itself was made from a clear, shatterproof material. There were traditional sharp blades.
"It looks like a blender in the kitchen," Conis remarked.
Ben chuckled, nodding in agreement. "It does look like that, but it's from Sweetie," he explained.
Alvida smiled warmly. "I trust Sweetie completely, my love. She's never let us down," she said.
"Absolutely," Honey chimed in. "Sweetie has been with me from the very beginning," she added.
Vivi joined in. "She's the reason we've been able to gain these abilities. Sweetie is the best," she stated.
"I wonder how we use it?" Marianne asked.
[Put the devil fruit in the blender. Close the lid. Then press the button. The devil fruit will turn into a juice. Then drink the juice. Only harem members will get a second devil fruit. The rest will still explode.]
"Sweetie said it was simple," Ben replied as he explained.
"Sounds simple like you said," Kaya said.
"So who wants a second devil fruit?" Ben asked.
"Don't you want it Captain?" Saphir asked.
Ben thought for a second. "Each devil fruit is only limited to our imagination. I think I can go further with the devil fruit," Ben responded. He knew his devil fruit had more potential. He has not seen his full zoan form or the incubus part of his fruit. He knew devil fruits are rare as well. "I would rather give it to you girls then keep a second one to myself," he stated. "Your safety is important to me," he said.
"Kaya is right. He has his way of words," Maya commented. She looked flustered.
"Another one," Kaya commented.
"But it's your personal choice, I know Mariannea and Saphir don't want a devil fruit because they like to swim and I am kind of jealous of that," Ben said as he winked at them. Marianne and Saphir nodded.
"I am not interested in another devil fruit. I only got this one a few days ago," Raki responded.
"I agree as well, I have not seen anything from this fruit so I want to learn this one first," Conis agreed. Maya also nodded.
"Ben, can I have a second devil fruit?" Zala asked as she put her hand up.
"Sure, which one do you want?" Ben replied.
Zala thought for a second and responded, "Ryu Ryu no Mi, Model: Carnotaurus." "I already have a paramecia devil fruit. A zoan devil fruit would be better for me," Zala explained.
"That is true you got enhanced recovery and more durability," Ben added. "Not a mythical zoan?" he asked.
"No, those will be better for the future harem," Zala replied.
Alvida, Mikita both nodded. Raki thought that was smart.
"We do have plenty," Ben replied.
"Then that means we are not doing a good job my love, on recruiting for the harem," Alvida teased.
"Pervert," Kaya said. They all smiled.
"Okay, I will get the devil fruit," Ben replied.
(Sweetie Redeem Ryu Ryu no Mi, Model: Carnotaurus.)
[Redeeming Ryu Ryu no Mi, Model: Carnotaurus]
Ben held his hand out. There was another bright light. They saw a devil fruit. "Ben, can you put it in and feed me?" Zala requested.
The other girls smiled. Mikita looked at her. Mikita thought she was taking advantage.
Ben nodded. "Anything for you," Ben replied. He thought it was odd but he did not mind. He walked over and put the devil fruit inside the Devil Fruit Mixer. He put the lid on and pressed the red button. The devil fruit started to spin and be chopped into pieces until it was a liquid substance.
The girls all looked. Ben saw it stopped so he opened the lid. "Ready?" Ben asked. Zala nodded and opened her mouth. Ben poured the liquid down her throat. She drank it all down and smiled.
The other girls looked slightly jealous. They wanted Ben to feed them. Maya thought it must be good. Kaya smiled thinking it would feel good for Ben to feed her once.
"Did it taste good?" Vivi asked.
"No it was horrible like last time but Ben was feeding me it," Zala replied as she smiled.
"Do you feel any different?" Ben asked.